I’ve been a mom long enough to know that, when it comes to Christmas, my kids remember two things: presents and pictures. Every December, I try to capture a sibling shot worthy of our Christmas card or the frames on our walls. And with three kids, ages four, six, and nine, it can be like…
As a mom of three kids, two of whom are officially “tweens,” I can tell you, picking the right Christmas gifts for them is no easy task. Gone are the days when they’d light up over every new toy, and they’re not quite ready for all the full-fledged gadgets of teen life. They’re in that…
As a mom of three young kids, I’m always on the lookout for creative ways to make the holidays memorable. Over the years, we’ve tried just about every Christmas craft and activity out there, and I’ve gathered some adorable favorites that have truly brought magic (and a bit of Christmas sparkle!) to our home. There’s…
There’s nothing quite like watching your child light up when their favorite song comes on. I still remember my daughter’s 4th birthday party—she was twirling in circles, her friends giggling around her, and “Baby Shark” blasting from the speakers. We had planned everything down to the last detail: balloons, cupcakes, and of course, the perfect…
Winter is the perfect time to cozy up indoors and engage little ones in fun, hands-on activities. As a mom of three, I know firsthand how hard it can be to keep kids entertained during those cold winter days when the backyard playground is buried under snow. That’s where sensory bins come to the rescue!…
From the heart of a mom who’s always on the lookout for ways to surprise my kids without adding to the clutter, I’ve found that edible gifts hit the sweet spot—pun intended. Last year, instead of yet another stuffed animal, I gifted my kids homemade chocolate bark wrapped in festive cellophane. Watching their eyes light…
